Study abroad program in Genova, summer 2010.
The Italian program in the Modern Languages Studies department at Texas Christian University is now accepting applications for its study abroad 6-credit undergraduate course (30176: Study in Italy: Language and Culture) to be held in Genova, Italy from May 29-June 25, 2010. Students will earn 3 credits in language study (to be completed at the Study in Italy language institute in the historical center of Genova) and 3 credits in Italian culture (taught by Dr. Sandra Waters). Students will stay in apartments with other students in the city of Genova within walking distance or a short bus ride to the institute.
The course offers students the opportunity to improve linguistic and cultural proficiency by interacting directly with Italians and Italian culture. Students will be directed to actively investigate topics which highlight various aspects of Italian culture and history.
Included in the program fee are a walking tour of the city, several dinners, a pass to Genova museums, excursions to nearby towns, a tour of the Palazzo Reale, and an opera (if available). The coastal towns of Savona, San Remo, La Spezia and Pisa are easily accessible by train, as are the bigger cities of Milan, Turin, and Bologna. This program provides an exciting opportunity for students to experience Italian culture, examine Italian life, and improve their Italian language skills.
Online application: http://www.studyabroad.tcu.edu/default.asp?pid=1&con2=yep%22
Application procedures: http://www.studyabroad.tcu.edu/default.asp?pid=184
Application deadline: February 15, 2010
Program fee: $3300
*Included in Program Fee:
• Housing
• Cultural activities (as described above)
*NOT included in Program Fee:
• Tuition —$980 per credit hour
• Airfare & local transportation
• Passport
• Meals
• Spending money & personal expenses
• Course materials (textbooks)
Pre-requisite: one year of college-level Italian language
Direct questions to program coordinator Sandra Waters at s.a.waters@tcu.edu
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